Darkest Dungeon: The Crimson Court Review

The latest expansion pack for Darkest Dungeon, The Crimson Court, promises a new layer of complexity and challenge to the already notoriously difficult game. Unfortunately, not all of its new features live up to their initial promise.

At the heart of the issue is the curse that turns your hero into a vampire, which sounds like an exciting twist on the usual Darkest Dungeon gameplay. However, in practice, it's more of a hindrance than a help. The added mechanics and abilities may be interesting, but they come at the cost of making your hero less effective in combat.

Speaking of combat, four new unique boss monsters have been added to the game, each with its own set of mechanics and strategies to master. Figuring out how to defeat them can be a fun and rewarding experience, but it's not without its challenges. These bosses are formidable opponents that will test even the most experienced players.

The new location in The Crimson Court is a lavish garden turned swampy mire called The Courtyard, which adds a fresh layer of enemies and terrain to explore. Unfortunately, this area is more challenging than others in the game, and it's not recommended for players with underleveled parties. You'll need a highly leveled party to survive the dangers that lurk within.

The new enemies in The Courtyard are just as deadly as those found elsewhere in Darkest Dungeon, including bloodsucking insects, people, and insect-people. It's clear that the developers have had a lot of fun creating these unique and terrifying creatures.

Overall, The Crimson Court is an interesting addition to Darkest Dungeon, but it's not without its flaws. If you're looking for a new challenge and are willing to adapt to some significant changes in gameplay, then this expansion may be worth your time. However, if you were hoping for a more streamlined experience, you may want to stick with the base game.

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